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Cinnamon Yogurt Twists Recipe

I remember the aroma of warm cinnamon twists coming from my mother's kitchen. Now my family enjoys my mom's recipe. Of course, I've experimented with it and use yogurt instead of sour cream.—Kristin Hammill, New York, New York

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 45 min. + chilling Bake: 15 min.YIELD:24 servings

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast

1 teaspoon salt

3-3/4 to 4 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup butter, cubed

1 cup plain yogurt

1/4 cup water

2 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3/4 cup sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1.In a large bowl, combine the yeast, salt and 2-1/2 cups flour. In a small saucepan, heat the butter, yogurt and water to 120°-130°; add to dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.

2. Add the eggs, vanilla and 1/2 cup flour; beat 2 minutes longer. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough. Do not knead. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.